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Baked Hawaiian Chicken

By Nikole Berg Apr 4, 2025

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If you're looking for an easy Hawaiian chicken recipe that delivers bold tropical flavors with minimal effort, this Baked Hawaiian Chicken is the perfect dish for dinner tonight! Juicy chicken thighs marinated in a tangy pineapple sauce, then baked to perfection—this recipe is sure to become your new favorite. Ready in about an hour!

Baked Hawaiian chicken on a platter with mango salsa on the side.

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Why You’ll Love This Recipe

This baked Hawaiian chicken recipe is packed with sweet and savory flavor, thanks to the combination of soy sauce, fresh ginger, garlic, and pineapple juice.

The marinade infuses the chicken with incredible taste, while baking ensures a juicy, tender texture. Plus, it's a great recipe for meal prep—the leftover chicken tastes even better the next day!

This easy dinner recipe is one of our favorite recipes for busy weeknights. Whether you use boneless chicken breasts or dark meat, the result is always a delicious chicken dish the whole family will love. Try this Baked Hawaiian Chicken tonight, and it just might become your go-to recipe!

Try my Instant Pot Hawaiian Chicken next!

Ingredients

Bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (or substitute boneless skinless chicken thighs). Boneless chicken breasts can also be used, but they may cook faster, so be sure to have your meat thermometer handy.

Soy sauce

Rice vinegar

Fresh grated ginger - or frozen ginger. They are perfect for making sauces and stir fries. I get mine in the freezer section of Target.

Garlic - fresh or frozen.

Pineapple juice

Salt and pepper to taste

This Mango and Pineapple Salsa for serving on the side or over the top.

Optional Additions for Extra Flavor:

  • 2 tablespoon brown sugar for a slightly sweeter, caramelized finish
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder for deeper savory flavor
  • Pineapple slices or pineapple chunks for a burst of fresh pineapple goodness
  • Sliced red bell pepper for color and sweetness
Ingredients to make the recipe.

Instructions

Marinate the Chicken: In a large bowl, whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, fresh ginger, pressed garlic, and pineapple juice. Season the raw chicken with salt and pepper, then place chicken in the marinade. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes, up to 2 hours for extra flavor.

Prepare for Baking: Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet or baking dish with foil for easy cleanup. Place chicken in a single layer on the sheet after being marinated.

Bake the Chicken: Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.

Reduce the Marinade: While the chicken bakes, pour the reserved marinade into a small saucepan and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 10 to 15 minutes, creating a thicker sauce.

Baste & Finish Cooking: In the last 5-10 minutes of baking, baste the chicken with the reduced sauce for an extra punch of flavor. Be sure internal temperature reaches 165°F when tested with a meat thermometer.

Serve & Garnish: Serve the chicken over white rice or brown rice, and garnish with sliced green onions. For a complete meal, pair it with a my fresh pineapple mango salsa or bell peppers sautéed in teriyaki sauce.

Marinate chicken thighs.
Chicken thighs on a foil lined baking sheet.
Cooking the marinade on the stove top.
Basting partially cooked chicken.
Crispy baked chicken thighs.
Completed chicken with mango salsa.

Storage & Meal Prep Tips

Store any leftover chicken in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in a small bowl with extra sauce or some teriyaki sauce to keep it juicy.

If you prefer a crock pot version, simply place chicken and sauce in a slow cooker and cook on low for 4–6 hours.

More Hawaiian inspired recipes

  • Homemade Loco Moco
  • Hawaiian Brown Gravy
  • Instant Pot Hawaiian Chicken
  • Hawaiian Roll French Toast Casserole
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Baked Hawaiian chicken on a platter.

Baked Hawaiian Chicken

Recipe by Nikole Berg
This easy Baked Hawaiian Chicken is packed with tropical flavors! Juicy chicken thighs marinated in a tangy pineapple sauce, then baked to perfection. Serve with rice for a delicious, family-friendly meal. Perfect for weeknights!
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Prep Time 35 minutes mins
Cook Time 35 minutes mins
Total Time 1 hour hr 10 minutes mins
Course Main Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 362 kcal

Ingredients
 
 

  • 4-6 bone-in, skin on chicken thighs
  • ¼ cup soy sauce low sodium
  • ¼ cup rice vinegar
  • 2 teaspoon fresh ginger grated finely
  • 2 teaspoon fresh garlic grated finely
  • 1 cup pineapple juice
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • Mango Pineapple Salsa
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Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with foil.
  • Mix soy sauce, rice vinegar, ginger, garlic, and pineapple juice in a bowl or zip-top bag. Add chicken to the marinade and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours.
  • Remove the chicken from the marinade, letting the excess drip back into the bag. Place thighs evenly on the baking sheet. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Bake for about 25 minutes (partial cooking time).
  • While the chicken bakes, bring the leftover marinade to a boil in a saucepan over high heat. Reduce heat and simmer for 10-15 minutes.
  • Remove the pan from the oven and baste the chicken thighs with the marinade. Return the chicken to the oven and bake until crispy (about another 5-10 minutes). Be sure to cook chicken to an internal temperature of 165 degrees F.
  • Serve with hot cooked rice, mango and pineapple salsa and sliced green onions.

Notes

Store any leftover chicken in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in a small bowl with extra sauce to keep it juicy.
If you prefer a crock pot version, simply place chicken and sauce in a slow cooker and cook on low for 4–6 hours.

Nutrition

Serving: 1 thighCalories: 362kcalCarbohydrates: 9gProtein: 25gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 142mgSodium: 923mgPotassium: 414mgFiber: 0.3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 116IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 26mgIron: 2mg
Keyword chicken thighs, mango salsa, pineapple
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About Nikole Berg

Nikole is the creator and photographer behind The Travel Palate, a food and travel blog featuring quick and flavorful recipes and getaway guides. Nikole hopes to inspire your inner foodie whether you're in the kitchen or traveling on your next adventure.

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